LA28
Sr. Manager, Sustainable Venue Design and DevelopmentLos Angeles, California, Un
LA28, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90001
Sr. Manager, Sustainable Venue Design and Development
The LA28 Sustainability team is responsible for working across the organization to deliver a more environmentally sustainable Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028. Embedded in LA28's Venue Infrastructure team with a dotted line to the VP of Sustainability, the Senior Manager, Sustainable Venue Design and Development will be responsible for working closely with LA28's Venue Infrastructure team to integrate sustainability best practices into LA28's venue design and development. This role requires detailed knowledge of architecture, construction, and relevant sustainability best practices, as well as excellent stakeholder management skills and an ability to deliver results in a complex operational environment. Key Responsibilities:
Develop sustainability principles and requirements to be integrated into LA28's comprehensive Temporary Infrastructure Strategy, with a focus on carbon reduction and material reuse Operationalize embodied and operational carbon measurement within LA28's venue design process Partner with venue development, design and engineering teams to integrate sustainability best practices, including circular design and embodied carbon reduction, into design processes and ensure ongoing implementation Partner with venue project management office on integrating sustainability best practices and requirements into infrastructure program management contractor scope, and ensuring ongoing compliance Partner with the cost management team in rent vs. buy and supplier analyses across categories of services and commodities to factor in sustainability goals Work across venue development and project management teams to develop a plan to maximize reuse or recycling of materials used for temporary infrastructure Work across venue development and project management teams to develop a plan to achieve carbon reductions for all temporary infrastructure Background & Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in sustainable design, construction, or infrastructure development Experience driving more sustainable outcomes in large, complex construction projects Experience integrating sustainability into temporary infrastructure projects, particularly large events Knowledge of green building best practices and standards (e.g., LEED) Proficiency with tools for embodied carbon, operational carbon, and construction management (e.g., EC3, One Click LCA, Insight, Revit, Autodesk Docs, Autodesk Construction Cloud) Familiarity with circular design, lifecycle analysis, and material reuse strategies Experience collaborating with architects, engineers, and project managers Ability to integrate sustainability into contractor scopes and program plans, especially relative to procurement and tracking of sustainable materials Skilled in analyzing cost and sustainability trade-offs Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Will be required to be in the office up to 4-5 days per week in an open office setting Sitting/Standing: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a desk or computer. Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in typing and using office equipment, including computers, printers, and phones Expectations:
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proven ability to drive sustainability goals across teams Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-impact environments Position Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (Master's preferred) Submission Requirements:
Resume The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000.00 - $130,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28's operational business needs and applicable law. LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.
The LA28 Sustainability team is responsible for working across the organization to deliver a more environmentally sustainable Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028. Embedded in LA28's Venue Infrastructure team with a dotted line to the VP of Sustainability, the Senior Manager, Sustainable Venue Design and Development will be responsible for working closely with LA28's Venue Infrastructure team to integrate sustainability best practices into LA28's venue design and development. This role requires detailed knowledge of architecture, construction, and relevant sustainability best practices, as well as excellent stakeholder management skills and an ability to deliver results in a complex operational environment. Key Responsibilities:
Develop sustainability principles and requirements to be integrated into LA28's comprehensive Temporary Infrastructure Strategy, with a focus on carbon reduction and material reuse Operationalize embodied and operational carbon measurement within LA28's venue design process Partner with venue development, design and engineering teams to integrate sustainability best practices, including circular design and embodied carbon reduction, into design processes and ensure ongoing implementation Partner with venue project management office on integrating sustainability best practices and requirements into infrastructure program management contractor scope, and ensuring ongoing compliance Partner with the cost management team in rent vs. buy and supplier analyses across categories of services and commodities to factor in sustainability goals Work across venue development and project management teams to develop a plan to maximize reuse or recycling of materials used for temporary infrastructure Work across venue development and project management teams to develop a plan to achieve carbon reductions for all temporary infrastructure Background & Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in sustainable design, construction, or infrastructure development Experience driving more sustainable outcomes in large, complex construction projects Experience integrating sustainability into temporary infrastructure projects, particularly large events Knowledge of green building best practices and standards (e.g., LEED) Proficiency with tools for embodied carbon, operational carbon, and construction management (e.g., EC3, One Click LCA, Insight, Revit, Autodesk Docs, Autodesk Construction Cloud) Familiarity with circular design, lifecycle analysis, and material reuse strategies Experience collaborating with architects, engineers, and project managers Ability to integrate sustainability into contractor scopes and program plans, especially relative to procurement and tracking of sustainable materials Skilled in analyzing cost and sustainability trade-offs Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Will be required to be in the office up to 4-5 days per week in an open office setting Sitting/Standing: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a desk or computer. Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in typing and using office equipment, including computers, printers, and phones Expectations:
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proven ability to drive sustainability goals across teams Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-impact environments Position Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (Master's preferred) Submission Requirements:
Resume The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000.00 - $130,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28's operational business needs and applicable law. LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.